GlobalTranz

AUGUST 31, 2020

Differentiation in the supply chain rests at the crossroads of digital transformation and applied data. Today’s shippers, carriers, and logistics service providers (LSP) face an uphill battle in securing available capacity, allocating resources, and planning for an uncertain peak season. Combined with record-breaking growth within e-commerce, the spot freight market is in a full upswing.read More.

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Cyzerg

AUGUST 31, 2020

Staff augmentation is a good solution for companies to reduce operating costs while maintaining productivity as much as possible. But before taking advantage of this service, you need to understand the definition of staff augmentation and its respective pros and cons.

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Logistics Viewpoints

AUGUST 31, 2020

Class 1 Railroads Have Been Charged with Unfair and Arbitrary Demurrage Fines My colleague Muhammad Wasay Rashid has just completed a market study on the adoption of Internet of Things (IoT) technologies by the global rail industry, including the freight segment. Mr. Rashid reports that sales of IoT technologies for Rail are bigger, and growing faster, in Asia and Europe.

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Talking Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2020

Will delivery robots, designed to travel on sidewalks, gain traction or will they ultimately end up in the trash heap of ideas? I asked that question back in March 2019, soon after FedEx introduced its FedEx SameDay Bot. That was back in pre-pandemic days, which seems like a lifetime ago. Has the COVID-19 pandemic improved. Read more Delivery Robots: Out of the Trash Heap of Ideas?

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Artificial intelligence has quickly become a feature of everyday life: Using face ID to unlock a phone, communicating with online chatbots, and letting “smart” appliances help manage our homes are just a few of the ways that we interact with AI regularly. Forward-looking businesses are also using AI to transform their operations and gain a competitive edge.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

The growth rate of e-commerce and direct-to-consumer delivery of chilled and/or frozen products was judged to be rapidly expanding before the advent of COVID-19. But now that the pandemic has hit full force the trend is explosive.

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

One of the world’s largest mobile operators is digitizing its supply chain, with procurement a major focus.

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2020

Mayor R. Rex Parris of Lancaster, Calif., has unveiled plans to transition to hydrogen clean fuel as part of the city’s green energy portfolio. Clean fuel emits fewer greenhouse gases contributing to less pollution and cleaner air. “Hydrogen is becoming the go-to green fuel for power generation, energy storage, fuel cell cars and anything natural […].

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Overdrive Online

AUGUST 31, 2020

A chance encounter with a Somali driver leads to a serendipitous friendship and a reminder of what's important in trucking -- and in life.

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2020

A new study led by Colorado State University – including an interdisciplinary team of plant scientists, ecologists and engineers – has predicted significant climate benefits stemming from the use of advanced biofuel technologies. Accounting for all of the carbon flows in biofuel systems and comparing them to those in grasslands and forests, the team found […].

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Speaker: Scott Campbell and Molly Feller

As the demand for your products skyrockets 🚀, you're likely experiencing logistical challenges that are preventing you from scaling your business. The sudden surge in demand can be exciting, but it can also put a strain on your supply chain and logistics operations. In this webinar, join Scott Campbell, Vice President, Logistics & Demand at Mark Anthony Services and Molly Feller, VP Logistics as a Service Operations at e2open, as they explore the challenges that arise when companies expe

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MTS Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has been one of the most devastating global health crises in recent history. The pandemic has developed to be more than a health crisis, as it presents profound socio-economic hardships following the enactment of various measures to counter COVID-19. As a result, different industrial sectors have been affected, such as the wine sector, following the cancellation of some local, national and international events.

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NGT News

AUGUST 31, 2020

CMD Corp. has promoted Chris White to vice president of product development, engineering and technical services. In this leadership position, White will meet strategic goals for innovation, technology and service for CMD, a company that specializes in the design and manufacture of equipment for flexible bag and pouch converting and CNG energy. In his 20 […].

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2020

In the battle to keep essential products flowing to store shelves during the coronavirus pandemic, Retail Business Services has been on the front line.

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SYSPRO Smarter ERP

AUGUST 31, 2020

Smart manufacturing adoption is enabled by digital transformation. Fully implemented, it optimizes the manufacturing process through technology, like IIoT, artificial intelligence (AI), machine learning, cloud, and mobile, driving cost efficiencies through every phase of the process. However, few manufacturers have successfully implemented the changes necessary to achieve a complete transformation.

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Direct materials sourcing is evolving, with procurement now tasked not only with cost efficiency but managing sustainability and risk management. The environment is marked by heightened demand and expectations, compounded by challenges such as rising input prices, supply chain disruptions and geopolitical tensions. While some embrace cutting-edge tools like AI and blockchain for global trade functions, others lag in technology adoption.

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Trinity Logistics

AUGUST 31, 2020

Our quarterly industry focus was on the chemical industry. We researched your current challenges in logistics and found solutions. Out of all the blogs posted, these three were our most read. If you missed out on reading any of them, simply click on the headlines below! Tanker Endorsement Regulations: Are You Driving Illegally? The information that has been published about tanker endorsements is fairly vague, so we’d like to set some facts straight to help you ensure that you’re hauling your liq

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WorkWave

AUGUST 31, 2020

Time To Read: 4 minutes. When you operate a business, it can be all too easy to view your company’s interactions through the lens of a business owner. Taking the time to get into your customers’ shoes and break down how that same exchange transpires from their perspective is absolutely crucial to ensuring you provide a positive customer experience. That positive customer experience is vital for any business to thrive, and doubly so for a field service business that relies on recurring customers

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

Under the terms of the MOU, CN said it will acquire 50 zero-emission trucks, which will be allocated for its intermodal truck fleet and used in the company’s intermodal terminals in urban areas, with a focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG).

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PINC

AUGUST 31, 2020

Ever wonder how your carriers come up with their lane pricing? Here’s a quick primer on some of the key factors that go into these decisions. Also referred to as a “freight lane,” a carrier lane is simply a route that’s routinely served by a specific carrier. By establishing lanes to operate in, carriers, independent operators, and large trucking operations can run more efficiently and effectively (versus trying to serve “everyone everywhere”).

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Logistics Management

AUGUST 31, 2020

ZUUM Co-Founder Matt Tabatabai explained that the key focus for ZUUM, since its 2016 inception, goes back to the defragmentation and decentralization, coupled with a lack of visibility, within logistics, which he called the biggest problem in the industry, and it comes with myriad inefficiencies.

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AIMMS

AUGUST 31, 2020

The post Algorithmic Capabilities Specialist appeared first on AIMMS.

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Forto

AUGUST 31, 2020

Influence of payment methods on customer satisfaction. The most popular payment methods for Germans. Overview of payment options and their advantages and disadvantages. Nearly 70% of customers who shop online abandon the purchase before making a payment, according to a study by the Danish Baymard Institute. There are many reasons for this, such as high shipping costs or a payment process in which it’s impossible to order as a guest without creating a customer account.

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Penske Move Ahead

AUGUST 31, 2020

Penske Transportation Solutions has signed-on to support and sponsor the Truckers Against Trafficking (TAT) organization, a nonprofit organization that exists to educate, equip, empower and mobilize members of the trucking, bus and energy industries to combat human trafficking. Penske has also committed to certifying its over 5,500 truck drivers with TAT training.

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Procurement and supply chain leaders have faced their share of disruption and economic turmoil these past four years. Whether from geopolitical tensions or the havoc caused by the pandemic and its aftershocks, plenty of challenges remain. Despite this, leaders are seeing a glimmer of light at the end of the tunnel — inflation is decreasing, interest rates are leveling off and supply chain volatility is easing.

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Forto

AUGUST 31, 2020

Einfluss der Payment-Optionen auf die Kundenzufriedenheit. Die beliebtesten Bezahlmethoden der Deutschen. Übersicht über die Zahlungsoptionen und deren Vor- und Nachteile. Fast 70 % der Kundinnen und Kunden, die online einkaufen, brechen den Einkauf vor dem Bezahlvorgang ab. Das ergab eine Studie des dänischen Baymard Institutes. Dafür gibt es viele Gründe, zum Beispiel hohe Versandkosten, ein Bezahlvorgang, bei dem es nicht möglich ist, als Gast zu bestellen, ohne

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2020

James Thomson, partner with Buy Box Experts, offers a view of the coming peak holiday shopping season, and describes what retailers are doing to prepare for it, in a time of pandemic.

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Logistics Manager

AUGUST 31, 2020

DP World has lauded a decision by the US House of Representatives to pass legislation requesting a regulatory framework for the safe deployment of hyperloop systems. The Non-Traditional and Emerging Transportation Technology (NETT) Council in the US is expected to issue guidance within the next six months to help set out a clear regulatory framework for the industry.

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247 Customs Broker

AUGUST 31, 2020

Ecommerce companies that use Automated Packaging create efficiencies and save money Our goals are the same as yours – enhance the value of your company… The post Know your ROI opportunities with auto-packing appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2020

Years of research and evidence point to a convergence on a few central tenets.

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247 Customs Broker

AUGUST 31, 2020

Class 1 Railroads Have Been Charged with Unfair and Arbitrary Demurrage Fines My colleague Muhammad Wasay Rashid has just completed a market study on the… The post Class 1 Railroads Need to Invest to Improve their Performance appeared first on 24/7 Customs Broker News.

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Supply Chain Brain

AUGUST 31, 2020

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